CAPEX Engineering Project Controller

Lonza Biologics Porriño SLU; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a CAPEX Engineering Project Controller in a leading life sciences company. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the flawless execution of ambitious projects while collaborating with a world-class team. Your expertise in project management and cost control will be crucial as you build and measure project schedules, provide critical metrics, and develop cost controlling structures. This innovative firm values your contributions and offers a dynamic environment where your ideas can make a significant impact. Join us and take the next step in your career, making a lasting difference in the life sciences industry.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant field or equivalent experience required.
• Project Scheduling and Financial Control certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and measure project schedules and cost forecasts for seamless execution.
• Provide performance analysis in terms of cost control and forecast accuracy.

Skills

Project Management

Cost Control

Communication Skills

LEAN Thinking

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Degree in Project Management, Business, Accounting, Finance, or Engineering

Project Scheduling certification (PMI or similar)

Financial Control certification (ACA/ACCA/CPA/CIA or similar)

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

We are thrilled to announce an outstanding opportunity for the role of CAPEX Engineering Project Controller at Lonza AG. This role is pivotal in ensuring the flawless execution of our ambitious projects within a dynamic and encouraging environment. Join us and be part of a world-class team where your ideas can significantly impact our innovative life sciences solutions.

Key responsibilities:

• Build and measure project schedules and cost forecasts across the portfolio to ensure seamless execution.
• Provide weekly critical metrics (Cost, Schedule, and Resource) & performance analysis in terms of cost control, schedule, and forecast accuracy; perform detailed analysis where necessary.
• Review cost and schedule estimates against established norms to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop project cost controlling and capitalisation structures to lead the reporting and asset capitalisation efficiently.
• Manage the monthly forecast cycle and accruals, making improvements to increase cash flow accuracy.
• Review prefunding cost estimates versus established norms and make appropriate suggestions to improve project performance.
• Support the annual target setting for CAPEX and maintenance budgets, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.

Key requirements:

• Degree in Project Management, Business, Accounting, Finance, or Engineering preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Project Scheduling certification (PMI or similar) required; Financial Control certification (ACA/ACCA/CPA/CIA or similar) preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and experienced SAP user; proficient in project controls techniques (WBS elements, Process Orders, Internal Orders, etc.).
• Proven cost accounting experience with a strong understanding of LEAN thinking and root cause analysis.
• Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across different levels and departments.
• Demonstrated ability to work strictly within project timelines and successfully implement project goals.

Join Lonza AG and take the next step in your career within a company that values inclusion, determination, and collaboration. Your contributions will help us compete successfully in the life sciences industry and make a lasting impact on the world.